Did you know that most Americans have less than a two weeks worth of food in their house? The COVID pandemic should have changed those numbers. Most of us remember when shelves became bare all of a sudden, but the general food supply kept by families hasn’t yet changed. Experts recommend having a 3-month food…
I started canning well over 10 years ago, and it has been a learning process. You can watch a dozen videos and reels about making jellies or jams, but the only TRUE way to become proficient is to get your hands dirty. Over time, I came up with some canning tips I think everyone should…
When my stomach feels off, especially with nausea or a tummy bug, I turn to homemade nausea tea for quick and gentle relief. A simple blend of natural ingredients like ginger, chamomile, and peppermint can soothe nausea, calm cramps, and help settle an upset stomach without any harsh chemicals. It’s a comforting way to support…
Are you tired of spending $3-4 for a can of dusting spray? I know the name-brand choices in the store are almost $5; that is PURE insanity. You can make an all-natural dusting spray with only three ingredients that is effective and uses ingredients I’m sure you have at home. Switching to homemade, all-natural cleaners…
Winter always feels like a tricky time for my houseplants. The days get shorter, the air gets drier, and keeping them alive suddenly becomes a bit of a challenge. But it doesn’t have to be stressful. The key to keeping houseplants alive in winter is adjusting how you water, manage light, and control humidity to…
Do you ever feel frustrated that Christmas is now such a commercialized holiday? It’s no longer about the birth of Jesus Christ and spending time with your family. It’s become a holiday to spend as much money as possible, and it’s time we reclaim Christmas and stop the bleeding of money. This year, try some…
Whether you spent all summer growing carrots or scored a great deal at the local farmer’s market, learning how to can carrots is incredibly easy. I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t grow carrots as well as I grow other vegetables; it’s a work in progress for me. So, whatever carrots I manage…
Ants in the garden can be a good or bad thing; they have advantages and disadvantages, but sometimes, you need to get the ants out of your garden. Ants are generally an insect that we aren’t happy to see. When I found ants in my kitchen, I freaked out – that’s a big problem. So,…
I just have to say it – I think raising baby ducks is EASIER and way more fun than raising baby chicks. I always stood firmly in camp chickens until my husband brought home three baby ducks, and the rest was history. Raising baby ducks is far easier than chicks, and I realized that I…
Turn those ground cherries growing in your garden into some delicious ground cherry jam! Ground cherries aren’t normally included in gardens, but they’re a delicious addition. With these little garden fruits, you can make ground cherry jam which is a hit for the entire family. Never heard of ground cherries? You aren’t alone! They’re often…
